Sauvignon Blanc Wine from Germany
A crisp Sauvignon Blanc white wine from fresh grapes, under 14% ABV, in 750ml bottles valued above $1.05 per liter, not certified organic. Classified in HTS 2204.21.50.55 due to its still white wine characteristics, small container size, and non-organic certification.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit TTB import permit and ensure grape origin documentation matches label claims
• Calculate duties on proof liter basis, adjusting for actual ABV less than 100 proof
• Label containers clearly with volume, ABV, and non-organic status to avoid CBP holds